Ethanolamine Hydrochloride
Ethanolamine Hydrochloride is a pharmaceutical-grade salt form of ethanolamine used primarily as an alkalizing agent and pH adjuster in various medicinal preparations. This compound serves as an excipient and active ingredient in certain topical and ophthalmic formulations where its buffering and emulsifying properties are utilized. The pin-variant designation suggests a specialized formulation optimized for specific therapeutic applications.
Ethanolamine Hydrochloride is an alkalizing pharmaceutical compound used as an excipient and active agent in topical and ophthalmic preparations.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1311530
- Generic
- Ethanolamine Hydrochloride
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used in certain dermatological preparations for skin conditioning, as a pH-adjusting agent in ophthalmic solutions, and as an emulsifying component in topical formulations. May be used in combination with other agents for various therapeutic applications.
Functions as a buffering agent and pH regulator in pharmaceutical formulations. The hydrochloride salt form provides enhanced solubility and stability. In topical applications, it may contribute to skin moisturization and product texture.
For pharmaceutical formulation use only. Should be used under appropriate professional supervision when incorporated into therapeutic preparations. Individual sensitivities may occur. Specific contraindications and interactions depend on the final formulation and intended clinical use.
Official drug label
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